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Listeriosis

… listeriosis? Listeriosis is a rare but potentially serious foodborne infection. It is caused by the bacteria Listeria … Listeriosis is most often caused by eating contaminated foods. A variety of foods can contain or become contaminated with Listeria , …

Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… low sugar drink during every feed in addition to other beverages throughout the day. 6 months and older Offer more … bottle or cup with a straw as age-appropriate and offer foods with extra fluid content such as fruit and dairy …

Yersiniosis

… by these bacteria. You can get yersiniosis by eating food or drinking water contaminated with Yersinia bacteria. … milk. Yersinia bacteria can also be spread to other foods when cutting boards or utensils are used to cut raw … and sanitized after use, the bacteria can spread to other foods when using the same cutting board or utensils. …

Cyclospora infection cyclosporiasis

… Vietnamese What is cyclosporiasis? Cyclosporiasis is a foodborne intestinal infection caused by Cyclospora … infectious. People are infected by eating contaminated food or water. The parasite is not spread directly from … to eating contaminated, imported fresh produce. High-risk foods include leafy green vegetables, fresh peas, fresh …

E coli infection

… are many strains of E. coli , and most are harmless. When food or water tests positive for E. coli bacteria, it may be … thoroughly. E. coli are also sometimes found in other foods including fruits and vegetables, as well as in … cook it. Ensure it is wrapped well and kept away from other foods. Do not try cooking frozen or partially frozen meat …

Role of Pets in Human Disease

… with bacteria, parasites, fungi and viruses from spoiled food, other infected animals, the environment or infected … by coming into contact with their feces, urine, saliva or food. While disease does not happen very often, and is … or cleaning up after your pet, its feces, toys, treats or food. Wash your hands before preparing food, eating or …

Giardia infection

… infected with Giardia ? Giardia cysts can spread by water, food or fecal-oral transmission between infected … You can also become infected by eating raw or undercooked food contaminated with cysts. Giardia can also spread from … water after using the toilet and before eating or preparing foods. Dry your hands with disposable towels. If you are a …

Pregnancy and dental health

… eat and drink, how often you eat and drink, how long the food stays on your teeth and how long plaque builds up on … sipping on sweet liquids and/or acidic drinks Eat healthy foods and limit foods that are sweet or stick to your teeth. If you eat …

Norovirus

… wash their hands or if someone with this illness handles food, water or ice. Some foods can be contaminated with the virus at their source. … the toilet, changing diapers or before eating or preparing food. Proper hand washing requires running water, soap and …

Hand washing Help stop the spread of germs

… on our hands from touching people or things around us. Raw foods, pets and many other objects in our daily lives carry … spreading germs. Wash your hands before you: Prepare or eat food Feed a baby or child, including breastfeeding Give a … a child use the toilet Use the toilet yourself Handle raw food such as meats or poultry Touch pets or animals Clean …